Versatile All-Purpose Zoom Lens for DX-Format DSLRs

Overview

The Nikkor AF-S 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR DX is a versatile all-purpose zoom lens designed for Nikon's DX-format DSLR cameras. This lens offers a wide to telephoto zoom range, making it ideal for a variety of photographic applications, including landscapes, portraits, travel, and everyday photography. It combines high-quality optics, advanced features, and a compact design to deliver exceptional performance and convenience.

Key Features

Superior Optical Quality

• Wide Zoom Range: Covers focal lengths from 16mm to 85mm (equivalent to 24-127.5mm on FX-format), providing flexibility for capturing a wide range of subjects.
• Advanced Optical Design: Incorporates two extra-low dispersion (ED) elements and three aspherical lens elements to minimize chromatic aberrations and distortions, ensuring sharp and clear images.
• Super Integrated Coating (SIC): Reduces ghosting and flare for increased contrast and color accuracy, even in challenging lighting conditions.
• Rounded 7-Blade Diaphragm: Creates a pleasing, natural-looking bokeh effect.

Vibration Reduction (VR)

• Vibration Reduction (VR): Provides up to 4 stops of correction, reducing camera shake and allowing for sharper handheld shots, especially in low light conditions.

Fast and Accurate Autofocus

• Silent Wave Motor (SWM): Provides fast, quiet, and accurate autofocus performance, making it suitable for both stills and video.
• Internal Focus (IF): Maintains the lens' length during focusing and allows for faster AF speed and quieter operation.

Compact and Lightweight Design

• Portable Build: The compact and lightweight design makes it an excellent choice for travel and everyday use.
• Durable Construction: Designed to withstand regular use, ensuring reliability and longevity.

Specifications

• Model: Nikkor AF-S 16-85mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR DX
• Mount: Nikon F-mount (DX-format)
• Focal Length: 16-85mm (equivalent to 24-127.5mm on FX-format)
• Maximum Aperture: f/3.5-5.6
• Minimum Aperture: f/22-36
• Lens Construction: 17 elements in 11 groups (including 2 ED and 3 aspherical elements)
• Angle of View: 83° to 18°50'
• Minimum Focus Distance: 0.38m
• Maximum Reproduction Ratio: 0.22x
• Filter Diameter: 67mm
• Dimensions: 72 x 85 mm
• Weight: 485g

Additional Benefits

Versatile and Reliable Performance

• High Image Quality: Ensures stunning image quality across various conditions and shooting scenarios, making it perfect for professional and amateur use.
• Advanced Features: The VR and advanced optical design make it a versatile tool for both photographers and videographers.
• Enhanced Portability: Compact and lightweight design, ideal for travel and on-the-go shooting.

Creative Flexibility

• Ideal for Various Photography Genres: Suitable for landscape, portrait, travel, and everyday photography.
• Video Friendly: Quiet autofocus and VR make it an excellent choice for video production.